American Studies The Basics

Author : Andrew Dix
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2021-11-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317537830

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American Studies: The Basics by Andrew Dix Pdf

American Studies: The Basics is an accessible and concise introduction that aims to unpack what American studies does and why it matters. From Moby-Dick to baseball, Hollywood westerns to #BlackLivesMatter, and Disneyland to the U.S. Supreme Court, American studies engages with a myriad of topics in its efforts to understand what the French sociologist Jean Baudrillard called ‘social and cultural America.’ The book begins by considering how America was studied before American studies’ emergence as a recognized discipline in the mid-twentieth century. Successive chapters then explore the rise of American studies, its varied subjects, its distinctive methods of research, its geographical framing, and its politics. Throughout the book, explanatory examples are drawn from across American history and culture. Photographs are examined alongside novels, and historical monuments discussed next to films. The text offers an ideal way into an exciting academic subject of continuing growth and relevance. This book is a must read for those studying and with an interest in American studies.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:987209815

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Introduction to American studies by Anonim Pdf

Author : Toby Miller
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 265 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2009-12-04
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781136988868

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Television Studies: The Basics by Toby Miller Pdf

Television Studies: The Basics is a lively introduction to the study of a powerful medium. It examines the major theories and debates surrounding production and reception over the years and considers both the role and future of television. Topics covered include: broadcasting history and technology institutions and ownership genre and content audiences Complete with global case studies, questions for discussion, and suggestions for further reading, this is an invaluable and engaging resource for those interested in how to study television.

Author : Andreea S. Micu
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2021-10-25
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 9781000456691

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Performance Studies: The Basics by Andreea S. Micu Pdf

Performance Studies: The Basics offers an overview of the multiple, often overlapping definitions of performance, from performance art, performance as everyday life, and rituals, to the performative dimensions of identity, such as gender, race and sexuality. This book defines the interdisciplinary field of performance studies as it has evolved over the past four decades at the intersection of academic scholarship and artistic and activist practices. It discusses performance as an important means of communicating and of understanding the world, highlighting its intersections with critical theory and arguing for the importance of performance in the study of human behaviour and social practices. Complete with a helpful glossary and bibliography, as well as suggestions for further reading, this book is an ideal starting point for those studying performance studies as well as for general readers with an interest in the subject.

Author : Carl Cavalli
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-28
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1940771900

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The Basics of American Government by Carl Cavalli Pdf

Newly revised, The Basics of American Government offers a comprehensive overview of the American political system for students taking introductory courses in American national government and combines the best aspects of both a traditional textbook and a reader. The Basics of American Government is a collaborative effort among six current and three former faculty members in the Department of Political Science & International Affairs and the Department of Criminal Justice, and a student contributor, at the University of North Georgia. Most of its chapters offer a piece of original scholarship as a case study bolstering the material in the chapter. Additionally, most chapters present a civic engagement-type exercise and discussion questions that are challenging and engaging, and help foster student participation in the political system. The purpose of this book is to offer a no-frills, low-cost, yet comprehensive overview of the American political system for students taking introductory courses in American national government.The authors undertook this project for several reasons, most notably the high costs of textbooks for students and the lack of college-level scholarship found in most American Government texts. This 470-page, peer-reviewed, edited book that combines traditional material with original scholarship will cost students $27.99, well below market standards. All of the authors are experienced classroom instructors, subject matter experts, and published researchers in the field of American politics.

Author : Jon C. Teaford
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 258 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000143638

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The American Suburb by Jon C. Teaford Pdf

The American Suburb: The Basics is a compact, readable introduction to the origins and contemporary realities of the American suburb. Teaford provides an account of contemporary American suburbia, examining its rise, its diversity, its commercial life, its government, and its housing issues. While offering a wide-ranging yet detailed account of the dominant way of life in America today, Teaford also explores current debates regarding suburbia’s future. Americans live in suburbia, and this essential survey explains the all-important world in which they live, shop, play, and work.

Author : Robert Leach
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2013-07-18
Category : Drama
ISBN : 9781135021061

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Theatre Studies: The Basics by Robert Leach Pdf

Now in a second edition, Theatre Studies: The Basics is a fully updated guide to the wonderful world of theatre. The practical and theoretical dimensions of theatre – from acting to audience – are woven together throughout to provide an integrated introduction to the study of drama, theatre and performance. Topics covered include: dramatic genres, from tragedy to political documentary theories of performance the history of the theatre in the West acting, directing and scenography With a glossary, chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading throughout, Theatre Studies: the Basics remains the ideal starting point for anyone new to the subject.

Author : Gary Wasserman,Elliott Fullmer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2023
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1032359153

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The Basics of American Politics by Gary Wasserman,Elliott Fullmer Pdf

This brief, student-friendly text offers a concise and accessible introduction to the nuts and bolts of the American system of government. For introductory students of American government, this brief and affordable text is especially ideal for advanced placement courses, community colleges, and international programs in American Studies.

Author : Bruce Burgett,Glenn Hendler
Publisher : NYU Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014-12-19
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9780814708019

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Keywords for American Cultural Studies, Second Edition by Bruce Burgett,Glenn Hendler Pdf

The latest vocabulary of key terms in American Studies Since its initial publication, scholars and students alike have turned to Keywords for American Cultural Studies as an invaluable resource for understanding key terms and debates in the fields of American studies and cultural studies. As scholarship has continued to evolve, this revised and expanded second edition offers indispensable meditations on new and developing concepts used in American studies, cultural studies, and beyond. It is equally useful for college students who are trying to understand what their teachers are talking about, for general readers who want to know what’s new in scholarly research, and for professors who just want to keep up. Designed as a print-digital hybrid publication, Keywords collects more than 90 essays30 of which are new to this edition—from interdisciplinary scholars, each on a single term such as “America,” “culture,” “law,” and “religion.” Alongside “community,” “prison,” "queer," “region,” and many others, these words are the nodal points in many of today’s most dynamic and vexed discussions of political and social life, both inside and outside of the academy. The Keywords website, which features 33 essays, provides pedagogical tools that engage the entirety of the book, both in print and online. The publication brings together essays by scholars working in literary studies and political economy, cultural anthropology and ethnic studies, African American history and performance studies, gender studies and political theory. Some entries are explicitly argumentative; others are more descriptive. All are clear, challenging, and critically engaged. As a whole, Keywords for American Cultural Studies provides an accessible A-to-Z survey of prevailing academic buzzwords and a flexible tool for carving out new areas of inquiry.

Author : Narayan Changder
Publisher : CHANGDER OUTLINE
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2024-03-12
Category : History
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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AMERICAN STUDIES by Narayan Changder Pdf

Explore the rich cultural landscape of America with precision using this comprehensive MCQ mastery guide on American Studies. Tailored for students, researchers, and enthusiasts, this resource offers a curated selection of practice questions covering key topics such as history, literature, politics, society, and popular culture of America. Delve deep into diverse American identities, social movements, and historical events while enhancing your understanding. Whether you're preparing for exams or seeking to reinforce your knowledge, this guide equips you with the tools needed to excel. Master American Studies and gain insights into the complexities of the American experience with confidence using this indispensable resource.

Author : Gerald R. Gems
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2021-03-10
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781000353303

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Sport History by Gerald R. Gems Pdf

This is a fundamental text for the study of sport history. It answers the ‘why,’ ‘how,’ and ‘what’ questions, introducing the key principles and practices of sport history and walking the reader through the fascinating stories, debates, issues, and national and international narratives that constitute the history of sport. The book provides an overview of the field and the various professional roles assumed by practitioners, such as researchers, academics, and public historians. It is brief, crisp, and to the point. The main general topics of interest within the field – gender, race, nationalism, religion, sport and leisure, and megaevents – are covered with introductory vignettes, stories of interest, a wide variety of theoretical frameworks, and relevant historiography in the most current and timely text of its kind. Each chapter provides a list of further readings for more in-depth study. Students are taught how to conduct research and present their findings in a variety of mediums, and teaching and publication tips are offered for educators. Sport History: The Basics is essential reading for any student on a sport-related degree course or with an interest in social and cultural history. It is also fascinating reading for anybody with a general interest in sport.

Author : Michael Pasquier
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2023-03-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781000844269

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Religion in America: The Basics by Michael Pasquier Pdf

Religion in America: The Basics is a concise introduction to the historical development of religions in the United States. It is an invitation to explore the complex tapestry of religious beliefs and practices that shaped life in North America from the colonial encounters of the fifteenth century to the culture wars of the twenty-first century. Far from a people unified around a common understanding of Christianity, Religion in America: The Basics tracks the steady diversification of the American religious landscape and the many religious conflicts that have changed American society. At the same time, it explores how Americans from a variety of religious backgrounds worked together to face the challenges of racism, poverty, war, and other social concerns. This thoroughly revised second edition now covers the Obama and Trump administrations, Black Lives Matter, Christian nationalism, pluralism, and the development of the "nones" and the "unaffiliated." With each chapter featuring concise summaries and suggested further readings, this book is an invaluable resource for students approaching the history of religion in America for the first time.

Author : Diana Newall,Grant Pooke
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2008-03-10
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781134191499

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Art History: The Basics by Diana Newall,Grant Pooke Pdf

Art History: The Basics is a concise and accessible introduction for the general reader and the undergraduate approaching the history of art for the first time at college or university. It will give you answers to questions like: What is art and art history? What are the main methodologies used to understand art? How have ideas about form, sex and gender shaped representation? What connects art with psychoanalysis, semiotics and Marxism? How are globalization and postmodernism changing art and art history? Each chapter introduces key ideas, issues and debates in art history, including information on relevant websites and image archives. Fully illustrated with an international range of artistic examples, Art History: The Basics also includes helpful subject summaries, further ideas for reading in each chapter, and a useful glossary for easy reference.

Author : Jeff Lewis
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 457 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2008-03-17
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781446204276

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Cultural Studies by Jeff Lewis Pdf

Praise for the first edition: "This is a great introduction and contribution to the subject. It is unusually wide-ranging, covering the historical development of cultural theory and deftly highlighting key problems that just won′t go away." - Matthew Hills, Cardiff University "To say that the scope of the book′s coverage is wide-ranging would be an under-statement. Few texts come to mind that have attempted such a thorough overview of the central tenets of cultural studies." - Stuart Allan, Bournemouth University This fully revised edition of the best selling introduction to cultural studies offers students an authoritative, comprehensive guide to cultural studies. Clearly written and accessibly organized the book provides a major resource for lecturers and students. Each chapter has been extensively revised and new material covers globalization, the post 9/11 world and the new language wars. The emphasis upon demonstrating the philosophical and sociological roots of cultural studies has been retained along with boxed entries on key concepts and issues. Particular attention is paid to demonstrating how cultural studies clarifies issues in media and communication studies, and there are chapters on the global mediasphere and new media cultures. This is a tried and tested book which has been widely used wherever cultural studies is taught. It is an indispensable undergraduate text and one that will appeal to postgraduates seeking a ′refresher′ which they can dip into.

Author : Princeton Review
Publisher : Princeton Review
Page : 850 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Study Aids
ISBN : 9780375429033

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Guide to College Majors 2009 by Princeton Review Pdf

Provides information on more than four hundred undergraduate majors, including related fields, sample college curricula, suggested high school preparation courses, and career and salary prospects for graduates.